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Apprentice 121
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The Apprentice 121 podcast hosted by Craig Buist, Richard Harvey, David Powell and Mark Allison with guests from throughout the electrical industry. Topics to help trainees, apprentices, employers and electricians. www.apprentice121.co.uk
BS 7671 AMD4 Draft for public comment info & earthing and bonding
Exclusive run through of amendment 4 to BS 7671 of the wiring regulations with Richard Harvey from Electric Safety First and Craig Buist from Burgess Electrical Services.
We rarely get an exclusive run at anything on the only podcast dedicated to apprentices and trainees but the stars aligned today for us! It was supposed to be purely earthing and bonding but we thought this made more sense!
We also ran through the now uncool amendment 3 of BS 7671!
We did include a run through of earthing systems right at the end!
The wrag can found here www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/professional-resources/technical-e-news/the-wrag/#:~:text=The%20aim%20of%20this%20forum,series%20of%20questions%20and%20answers.
BEMA download here www.beama.org.uk/resourceLibrary/beama---markings-and-symbols-for-circuit-protection-devices---august-2024.html
Draft for public comment here standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/search?Term=BS+7671
IET webinar here events.theiet.org/events/live-launch-of-the-dpc-for-amendment-4-2026-to-bs-76712018-iet-wiring-regulations/
CEF/IET one here www.linkedin.com/posts/city-electrical-factors_techtalks-series-4-bs-7671-proposed-changes-activity-7226995560732397568-0ucs?
We rarely get an exclusive run at anything on the only podcast dedicated to apprentices and trainees but the stars aligned today for us! It was supposed to be purely earthing and bonding but we thought this made more sense!
We also ran through the now uncool amendment 3 of BS 7671!
We did include a run through of earthing systems right at the end!
The wrag can found here www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/professional-resources/technical-e-news/the-wrag/#:~:text=The%20aim%20of%20this%20forum,series%20of%20questions%20and%20answers.
BEMA download here www.beama.org.uk/resourceLibrary/beama---markings-and-symbols-for-circuit-protection-devices---august-2024.html
Draft for public comment here standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/search?Term=BS+7671
IET webinar here events.theiet.org/events/live-launch-of-the-dpc-for-amendment-4-2026-to-bs-76712018-iet-wiring-regulations/
CEF/IET one here www.linkedin.com/posts/city-electrical-factors_techtalks-series-4-bs-7671-proposed-changes-activity-7226995560732397568-0ucs?
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Part P and short course training, whats the big deal ???
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Some positive angles on prospects within the electrical industry and things of the past which are not a revelation today but might be misunderstood by newer entrants to industry. We see exactly the same around EICRs like it is some new illness brought to industry. This has gone on for decades and ultimately we are the solution. Hope that is helpful #teamsparks #liftothersup #electricians #bette...
How do we code bidirectional RCD requirements??? Safe isolation - Skills shortage and loadsssss more
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Covering the safe isolation super rod survey, EICR coding of unidirectional devices on bidirectional circuits, is there a skills shortage? Plus we catch up with what Richard, Craig and myself have been doing. We also discus Craigs idea to support lecturers directly around the UK (love this btw). Richard shares an exciting learning lounge and ESF link up and we answer a listeners question on the...
What is BS 7671 AMD 3 - Whats the difference between Earthing and Bonding
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We take a look at what Earthing and Bonding actually is and set out on a series to cover this and more! Also as its current we discuss the BS 7671 AMD3 Please get your comments in here standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/2024-01247#/section IET webinar ua-cam.com/video/5WSqH9qatkI/v-deo.html&pp=ygUDaWV0 CEF Tech talks AMD 3 ua-cam.com/video/r7eWUJoe5mI/v-deo.html
Fault finding the real world way for electricians...
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Lets take a look at finding the most common fault electricians face, short circuits! Perhaps not always a dead short but usually a short of some sort! We have the text book ways and then the ways that have past downed the generations to get the job done quickly and safely. I was shown this many decades ago and its as good now as it was then. I hope it is of use and of course features the best t...
Epic Electrical Career - EAL explain T levels & what they mean for lecturers and learners
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Alex Robinson joins me to share his background, experiences and knowledge. Huge thanks to him for the time and chat, I loved it! We covered T levels, Options Skills, Apprenticeships, finding a job out of school, getting into teaching and loads more! Links mentioned in the recording below EAL with Kevin Sparrow ua-cam.com/video/F5hOOKngMYo/v-deo.html EAL FAQ on Options Skills eal.org.uk/news/faq...
Testing RCDs, building standards, manufacturers problems, training THE PODCAST
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We delve into the collision between wiring standards and products standards. Looking at how electricians are faced with challenges in all areas. We also have a chat around the development of industry standards, the evolving technology out in industry. RCD testing and a chat about street based EV chargers running from domestic premises into public places. If you have questions for Alex next week...
T Levels the FACTS for Electricians, lecturers and trainees
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We delve into the murky waters of T levels with a lecturer currently delivering them alongside his stand out colleagues. Andrew Duffen joins myself and Richard to discuss everything he has learned and developed through experience. Along with things that maybe need some tweaking. I hope very much the industry of things is listening to the likes of Andrew to develop and ensure these courses are a...
Team Safe Isolation visit Elexshow Bolton - ESF safe isolation presentation included.
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Industry is uniting behind a common goal. To reduce injuries and deaths in the work place related to electricity. The safe isolation campaign is growing daily and we have support from tonnes of individuals and:- TIS Super Rod Proteus IMD Efixx Apprentice 121 CEF The IET NAPIT NICEIC ECA Electric Safety First EAL Sparksafe Installer Show Elex Show Professional Installer magazine The idea of work...
Training as an adult electrician & Options Skills information
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What is going on in the training industry right now to become and electrician??? Matt Telford joins me to discuss his apprenticeship so far and our views on the wider training sector. Including the recent closure of Options Skills. Links to information from TESP is here www.linkedin.com/company/the-electrotechnical-skills-partnership-tesp/ The EAL form to complete here forms.office.com/Pages/Re...
Earthing and Bonding, Safe isolation, Elex show and good old catch up
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Craig and Richard join me for a catch up of what has been going on. From Craig's huge project at Burgess Electrical and Ieng application to Richard presenting at Elex Ally Pally. The presentation by ESF from Richard and David went down really well and it was good to hear all about that and the pressure that comes with it! We are going to try take the show on the road for a look around Craig's p...
200A Panel board with Proteus MCCBs - Industrial Electrics ???
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Lets take a look at a recent addition at the Apprentice 121 2.0 Project. Talk is cheap so here is some action. Who is with me???
E7 National Apprenticeship week 2024 - Things you need to know as a trainee electrician
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This episode is all things you need to know as a trainee in the electrical industry and follows on from other videos already available on the podcast. Join in the NAW 2024 and celebrate everything about apprenticeships and skills for life. Check out www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/influencers/national-apprenticeship-week www.electricalcareers.co.uk/ for full details on all the routes.
E6 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Business Skills as an Electrician
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This episode is all business in the electrical industry and follows on from other videos already available on the podcast. Join in the NAW 2024 and celebrate everything about apprenticeships and skills for life. Check out www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/influencers/national-apprenticeship-week www.electricalcareers.co.uk/ for full details on all the routes.
E5 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Further training and CPD as an electrician
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This episode is all about further training in the electrical industry and follows on from other videos already available on the podcast. Join in the NAW 2024 and celebrate everything about apprenticeships and skills for life. Check out www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/influencers/national-apprenticeship-week www.electricalcareers.co.uk/ for full details on all the routes.
E4 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Career Prospects as an electrician
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E4 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Career Prospects as an electrician
E3 National Apprenticeship week 2024 - Day to day life as an electrician
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E3 National Apprenticeship week 2024 - Day to day life as an electrician
E2 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Finding employment as an electrician
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E2 National Apprenticeship Week 2024 - Finding employment as an electrician
E1 National Apprentice week 2024 - How to enter the electrical industry
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E1 National Apprentice week 2024 - How to enter the electrical industry
Plumbers and Electricians have lots in common - MCS, renewables, short courses, apprenticeships...
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Plumbers and Electricians have lots in common - MCS, renewables, short courses, apprenticeships...
What is happening in the electrical industry... News for electricians in 2024!
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What is happening in the electrical industry... News for electricians in 2024!
Electrical Design - ElectricalOM - EPIC software to help Electricians and Engineers
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Electrical Design - ElectricalOM - EPIC software to help Electricians and Engineers
Electrical Apprenticeship | Trainee Review 2023 & What to do in 2024 training as an electrician
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Electrical Apprenticeship | Trainee Review 2023 & What to do in 2024 training as an electrician
Solar Panel electrical design and setup the finale - Design Series
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Solar Panel electrical design and setup the finale - Design Series
What is wrong with Electrical Training and how can you get through it TODAY...
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What is wrong with Electrical Training and how can you get through it TODAY...
Apprentice 121 UPDATE - Award entry - Tour and Industry chat
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Apprentice 121 UPDATE - Award entry - Tour and Industry chat
Broken PEN conductors and Diverted Neutral Currents - How to check for and mitigate them
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Broken PEN conductors and Diverted Neutral Currents - How to check for and mitigate them
How to Design a Solar PV electrical system - Design Series E6 Plus we learn all about David!
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How to Design a Solar PV electrical system - Design Series E6 Plus we learn all about David!
2396 - Electrical Design - EV circuit with full cable calculation run through - E5 Design Series
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2396 - Electrical Design - EV circuit with full cable calculation run through - E5 Design Series
Designing an Electric Vehicle charger circuit - 2396 Design Example
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Designing an Electric Vehicle charger circuit - 2396 Design Example
I am a Gold Card Electrician and I want to be registered with Napit I have my eal inspection and testing certificate 18th Ed and so on. The thing is that I'm working on big sites mainly doing 1st and 2nd fix price work. What are the steps that I need to follow? Mainly on the part of documentation and showing my Installations? Who can guide me on that part? Any info is appreciated...
Hello, I’m interested in viewing the video mentioned regarding the GS38, however, there isn’t a link in the description to take us to it (unless I’ve missed it), would you be so kind as to add it at your next available opportunity please? Many thanks in advance
Does the level 3 8202 cover part P or is that a separate course needed? Cheers
Almost 0 information, just moans about "how we need to improve the system" and "how important not to cheat doing ur portfolio". Don't waste your time. Better read a book.
Thanks for taking the time to feedback. This isn't in place of reading books. That's essential. I'm also working to help change the system. Along with moaning. Good luck with the portfolio and remember not to cheat through watching how to videos on the Internet
I just got my results through and got a Merit on the Exam. Was bloody hard but managed to navigate through it pretty well. Time to start the project now💪🏽
Another good show team. I found it informative and thought/discussion provoking. Keep up the great work.
Well said Mark. Reflects my views perfectly.. similar background to you 👍
I sometimes see more than 3A on my earth cable. Lots of flats in our block.
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Kyle are u still a virgin???
Hi Guys, I've just purchased the software, and to be frank this ElectriclOM is really one of the best I've used and very user friendly. Your tutorialis clear and easy to understand. Keep up with the good work.
Came back to this after a conversation this week with a fellow QS around RFC continuity readings slightly outside the 0.05 continuity "rule of thumb". It's something that can often be applied with a little excess dogmatism for me and many engineering judgements come into assessing whether an obtained reading is as expected or not. Looking forward to hearing more opinions on these matters.
Mate that was very valuable. Im starting out now, iv'e just applied to niceic. Do you have mentoring programs?
Can anyone explain why the asshats from the EAS have deemed the C&G 2330 as an insufficient qualification. It was the follow on course from the 2360. It was the only qualification for electrical installation at the time. I hold this qualification along with the old 2391with over 15 years of experience. I can piss all over most other (qualified with other versions of C&G) electricians on our firm in terms of technical and practical knowledge and ability. And yet I am now classed as unqualified by these nob heads, purely down to the fact that the only course available at the time is now classed as insufficient There must be hundreds if not thousands of time served apprenticed "fully qualified" electricians now handicapped with a worthless qualification decided by some pen pushing know nothing.
I think people often forget that the RCD is often there for only additional protection. If the RCD doesn't function ADS and double insulation will still exist.
True. That said in my area many homes are TT and additional protection is not to be under valued.
A MASSIVE THANK YOU for all of the time dedication for creating videos like that!👍🏻Ive really enjoyed it.
From experience it's more like 'If it looks the same doesn't mean it tastes the same'
That was informative. My training was 2002, before the internet really got started, before UA-cam and what the heck was Amazon. Visiting my local book shop, ordering Brian Scaddam and anything else just to gain some knowledge ready for the exams. These days there is a wealth of information online, that apprentices should be flying through exams and have one hell of a head start. College's should make this channel mandatory viewing.
Not to be this guy, but the title on the video reads "Earting"
My bad! That will teach me to upload late at night lol. Change incoming! Thanks
Hello Sir Thank you for your efforts so far.I work within the HVAC industries and through evening classes I have finished and passed L3 City and Guilds 8202 at College of North West London. I want to start a new career as an electrician but I do not have any construction installations experience at all. Please in short if could;clarify for me where to next after qualifying to L3 City and Guilds 8202!! Many thanks in advance
What about City and Guilds 8202...Iam an adult qualified with City and Guilds 8202 ..L3 Diploma..what next for me to become an electrician
Excellent video......have now gone fully TIS, great equipment but went with MFT ECO as only do domestic and v light commercial and wanted the 2 lead Zs test.....newbies are v lucky to have you and others doing similar content to help them on their journey....keep it up !
Great video on the fault finding Mark
Thank you for sharing your technical work experience, I really hope to know more about your skills as I need to translate Chinese Traditional. I hope that the moderators can help with the Chinese Traditional Chinese translation, and those who are interested will have the opportunity to learn😃🙏🙏🙏
Good video . First time watching and new subscriber now
Good ❤❤❤
Great insight again Mark 👏
CPS schemes are one of the biggest scams in the industry
Another infomative podcast Mark. Good stuff.
how about the overseas Electrician from the canada and south africa, what do we need to bring forward beside our Red Seal ?
I don't think the issue is with this course's pass rate at all, I believe the issue arises with most other courses where you're guaranteed to pass if you pay your money and turn up. I'm a semi retired spark who has undertaken a part time position as a QS and I'm continuously appalled at certifications that are presented to me. The level of obtain knowledge is pathetic by a very large number of electricians out there, as Jamie said the courses have been dumbed down, the collages and uni's over the last 10-20yrs has just been interested in getting bums on seats for money. So they have taught them how to pass the test/ course, not taught them about the concept and requirement of electricity and the electrical industry.
I have graduated in Electrical Engineering from pakistan and hve 6 years experience in construcrion field. How can i apply for ECS card
Have to a massive thank you Mark, Richard and especially Andrew for this Outstanding podcast. I am in total agreement with everything you have covered here. 👏👏 Well done. You have now got another subscriber Mark 👍
Thank you. Definitely the best looking subscriber so far as voted by Richard
Great pod cast that generates loads of questions. I’ll rewatch it and ask some later. I’m wondering about if there has been any mapping exercises from 2365/5357 to the T-level? How can it be electrical and cut 2 years off an apprenticeship if there is limited science and the work experience doesn’t have to be electrical - just construction? If there is no health and safety j it how can that be APL across to an apprenticeship? I did rhe EAL level 2 and city and guilds are refusing to accept it on my apprenticeship. How are the working hours allocated - is it a 35 day block in the summer holidays or days here and there? Is it the same employer? How can there be no requirement for grade C maths and English if it’s claimed to be an A level standard based around engineering. Scary that they’ve decided they need to develop a ‘step up to T levels’. Is that a damning indictment of FE or the standard of learners at this age and stage. Nice to hear Walsall are adding stuff and making it better, but there will be loads of providers who won’t. Worrying that everyone seems to have some reservations about the introduction. Seems they weee forced out into the education space, with no allowance for current successful pathways to be continued.
All fantastic questions and I hope the industry of things have some answers. Because it looks like some are not been answered...
This may help answer a few of your questions - ua-cam.com/video/aPyBf-3ipEI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
Good to see the Elex brigade let you in Mark. I just can’t understand why this subject is so ignored Now wish i’d gone along and meet you
Good stuff Mark and Team
They teaching us how to safe isolate How is this octopus energy pulling cut out fuse All ok behind a back nice
It isn’t nice. That’s the industry I work 🤷♂️. Feel free to help tackle them
Lots of information to take in but are you able to answer my question - i have 2360 Pt1&2, 16th, 17th, 18th edition, Part-P registered with NICEIC and been electrician for 35 years, mainly self employed and didn't do an apprenticeship. What is my route to JIB Gold Card ? Thanks in advance.
Excellent conversation, gentlemen 👍🏻
Good stuff guys.
Great podcast guys it is a proper mess the funding available for adults needs sorting
All exams taken would be recorded and stored to ether EAL or City and guilds sites.
Health & safety policy in big companies is stop apprentices getting involved. It puts mental health issues on the apprentices and their mentors as they do not develop the skills need to pass the AM2s and complete their portfolio. Also the portfolios there seems no benefit for the colleges to get the apprentices through this. It just costs the colleges money. These are young person lives, I find it so frustrating and upsetting . Having apprentices in big companies seems a tax relief and a LinkedIn PR dream. We need good sparks for the future infrastructure of this country and it seems training and apprentices are just business. I love the work you are doing Mark and hopefully with more persons involved things will improve.
Be a gas engineer, electrical is finished
If you like 🤣🤣🤣
I just paid my fee and waiting to start. Thanks to 2008 market conditions, I never found a mate to develop an NVQ at the beginning. The last 5 years on a site, I ended up mentoring an apprentice through his AM2S with success. I figured that is enough of a reminder to finally get closure and aim to acquire my AM2E myself. ✌️
I really enjoy the discussion, I recently migrated to the Uk, and wanted to continue working in the electrical field, I have started my c&g level 2 and level 3, and is trying to find an employer to gain some experience, it’s been really difficult
I really enjoy the discussion, I recently migrated to the Uk, and wanted to continue working in the electrical field, I have started my c&g level 2 and level 3, and is trying to find an employer to gain some experience, it’s been really difficult
I have a question
'Promo sm' 💘
I really enjoy this podcast and great topics tonight but the audio quality let you down a bit…
Yeah it’s tricky to balance 3 mics remotely sometimes. We need a studio! 🤫